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Pomegranate on Main was such a pleasant surprise to find in Greenville. Persian cuisine is one of my favorites, and this place really delivers. The food tasted just like my best friend's mom's home cooking--super authentic and full of flavor. Definitely recommend trying the stews, especially the fesenjan. The chef even sent out a complimentary appetizer, which was a really nice touch. Service was great despite it being a busy night. Being right on Main Street makes it perfect for a date night--grab dinner and then go for a stroll after.
Why? Why have I not gone here sooner! ?!?! This is a pleasant calm vibe.. I did not see any televisions, music was pleasant and people were conversing with one another! We sat ...in the pseudo outside setting/ covered area and this is pleasantly cool with ceiling fans. The only location of the restaurant which seemed tight and crowded was immediately to the left of the hostess stand. My suggestion is to try and avoid this area. It is right against the glass. So drinks ....had the pomegranate martini..delicious with fresh light cocktail.. also try the Angel's Envy bourbon with saffron infused ice cube and and orange slice. Both delicious and amazing. We tried 3 of the appetizers, --hummus--plenty of garlic!, cucumbers and tahini yogurt and am eggplant dish...all were fantastic. T h is comes with either bread or veggies to dip. Our entrees were grilled chicken and tomato dish..delicious and the Halibut and shrimp. All very tasty. Not overly spicy but very pleasant. And we took the coconut pie dessert home... rich but light and clean. Our waitress Hanna was kind , patient, and made good suggestions We will totally come back.
Authentic Persian food with clever twist that makes it appealing to everyone! Excellent service! The portions and prices were fair for the quality of the food and the ambiance. I definitely recommend this restaurant! For non-Persians, when enjoying the food, try to create the perfect bite. Get a little bit of everything and eat it all at once--roasted tomato, rice, and kabob in one bite! Persian food is all about creating the perfect bite.
Date night was fabulous! We've been here several times, it's one of our favorite places. The food was delicious and the service was excellent.
Husband and I have always wanted to try this place...it was previously closed during the afternoon so we couldn't previously but now their hours have changed and theyre open all day. We ordered to go since we had our dog with us. Got the chicken kabobs and the salmon. Inside was tastefully decorated and they had an outside courtyard that I would have enjoyed dining in on this beautiful but cool day. Salmon was tender and flaky, flavorful. Really enjoyed it...so did doggie. Came with 2 pieces which was worth the price tag. The rice was seasoned with herbs and had lime beans. The chicken kabob pieces were a good size but I thought it was a little bland and dry. The rice that came with the chicken was a lot better than that which came with the salmon though...it had cranberries and turmeric or saffron flavoring, which provided pops of flavor. Would definitely ask next time if can pair the cranberry rice with the salmon next time! Also came with pita and butter that you can season with spices they give you...and a cube of cheese (paneer?). Overall I would try again...decently priced.
Absolutely need to come back here!!! Came for lunch and got the lunch special chicken - marinaded in their pomegranate walnut marinade. Omg delightful. The chicken was juicy and tender, and the cranberry rice was divine. Such a yummy meal for $16 what a great price! Will be a repeat pitstop on my next trip to Greenville!
Went to a lovely business dinner here today and loved the atmosphere and service. We all shared a few of the many dips to choose from. Each was good but could have been a little larger for the price. I ordered for my main dish the Barg and Saffron Chicken dish the meat was food but the chicken was a little on the dry side. The rice was a little bland so I added some if the spices which nothing for me. one of the other dinners came and it was a Lamb Shank. The folks loved it and yes it was flavorful but seem to me to be missing something. It was so tender and juicy however I am more used to a Turkish or Lebanese lamb Shank and this one seemed to miss the mark for me but was loved by the one that consumed it. I will be back and try it again another time I am in town.
The beef kabobs with cranberry basmati rice was delicious. The complimentary bread with butter and feta cheese was decent but nothing super special. The inside felt cozy and well-decorated. Overall, I had a good time there.
Tasty flavors! I had the Chicken Kebob and we shared the free starter of naan, feta, radish, fresh mint leaves, and sweet butter. Every table has a small dish of sumac, which I *liberally* sprinkled on everything. The only reason it's not 5 is the chicken was tough. Enthusiastic table service, pleasant ambiance (though the hostess doesn't return smiles or do eye contact).
We had a reservation for a party of 2 at 5:30 pm on Friday, 3/21/25. Ben was our waiter and he was wonderful! We were celebrating a birthday and we appreciated how Ben gave us the dessert menu and told us to pick one on the house. Sadly, they didn't have 1001 Nights Chocolate Cake, which we for sure would've gotten. But we still were grateful for the gesture! Here's what we got: - Duo ($9): Hummus and Kashk Bademjan - The hummus was average. The kashk bademjan was very good! The "bread" it came with just didn't taste or feel very fresh. It wasn't warm. It left something to be desired for sure. - Saffron Chicken Kabob ($22): Just didn't have much flavor. The basmati cranberry rice was good though! - Barg Kabob ($26): This was the better of the two entrees. We subbed the original rice for the rice with lentils and golden raisins, which was the move! - Coconut Custard Pie (normally $7, but free because we were celebrating a birthday): Good! Great service. We just weren't blown away by the food. If you're from Atlanta and you've had Rumi's or Delbar, Pomegranate on Main doesn't live up to either of those restaurants.
Woah I love this place! What a wonderful restaurant. We ended up getting the family meal I believe it was $40 a person but so worth it! You get to try the majority of their menu with different options including an appetizer and dessert! Service was great they explained the order and how to eat the meal properly! Only thing I would say is when it came to dessert they were out of everything so it was kind of disappointing outside of that it's worth a stop!
One of our favorite "go to" restaurants! I went to lunch with friends. Everyone loved their food choices. Our server was wonderful. They didn't mind that we enjoyed chatting for a bit at our table when we finished eating.
Popped in for a Friday night dinner with another couple. Started with some appetizers and a beer. Hummus was above average but the break it came with was very sub par. Either old and just not good quality. Lack of draft beer was sad, but not the end of the world. Grabbed the salmon main. Salmon was perfectly cooked and tasty. The accompanying rice was good, not great. Could have been more flavorful. Waitress was pleasant.
3 months ago
This place is incredible!!! Loved everything! Started with garlic/red pepper hummus and very delicious bread. They also gave us complimentary Persian breakfast with mint/lettuce/butter/feta/radish etc. I had the chicken kebab and veggies with cranberry rice. That was the best rice I've ever tasted. My husband loved his lamb loin and raisin lentil rice. Delicious flavor, start to finish. Not too spicy. read more
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Ali S.
Dear Stacy,…
My friend and I enjoyed another delicious lunch at Pomegranate on Main, and once again, it did not disappoint! We originally fell in love with the Chicken Kabobs, but after trying the salmon, it quickly became our favorite dish. The salmon is perfectly prepared and absolutely delicious. We live in Asheville, so dining at Pomegranate on Main is always a special treat. We especially love the cranberry basmati rice and always ask to substitute it for the basmati rice mixed with dill and lima beans. Our waiter, Christian W., happily made the change for us. Christian provided outstanding service throughout our meal--friendly, attentive, and eager to ensure everything was just right. We also love the Pomegranate Martini and highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys martinis. During this visit, we were skipping alcohol, and Christian suggested the Pomegranate Mojito instead. It was refreshing, flavorful, and absolutely delicious--a perfect non-alcoholic option. What keeps us coming back is the consistency. The food is always excellent, the service is always top-notch, and the entire dining experience is one we look forward to every time. Pomegranate on Main is well worth the trip, and we highly recommend it! read more
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Ali S.
Dear Cindy,…
We love Persian food, and we have had a lot of it! This is good food. I didn't take more pics because we were at the bar and it had been a long day. Pomegranate Martini is excellent and helped with long day. read more
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Ali S.
Dear Jen,…
Pomegranate on Main was such a pleasant surprise to find in Greenville. Persian cuisine is one of my favorites, and this place really delivers. The food tasted just like my best friend's mom's home cooking--super authentic and full of flavor. Definitely recommend trying the stews, especially the fesenjan. The chef even sent out a complimentary appetizer, which was a really nice touch. Service was great despite it being a busy night. Being right on Main Street makes it perfect for a date night--grab dinner and then go for a stroll after. read more
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Ali S.
Dear Anisha,…
Why? Why have I not gone here sooner! ?!?! This is a pleasant calm vibe.. I did not see any televisions, music was pleasant and people were conversing with one another! We sat ...in the pseudo outside setting/ covered area and this is pleasantly cool with ceiling fans. The only location of the restaurant which seemed tight and crowded was immediately to the left of the hostess stand. My suggestion is to try and avoid this area. It is right against the glass. So drinks ....had the pomegranate martini..delicious with fresh light cocktail.. also try the Angel's Envy bourbon with saffron infused ice cube and and orange slice. Both delicious and amazing. We tried 3 of the appetizers, --hummus--plenty of garlic!, cucumbers and tahini yogurt and am eggplant dish...all were fantastic. T h is comes with either bread or veggies to dip. Our entrees were grilled chicken and tomato dish..delicious and the Halibut and shrimp. All very tasty. Not overly spicy but very pleasant. And we took the coconut pie dessert home... rich but light and clean. Our waitress Hanna was kind , patient, and made good suggestions We will totally come back. read more
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Ali S.
Dear Hans,…
3 months ago
Authentic Persian food with clever twist that makes it appealing to everyone! Excellent service! The portions and prices were fair for the quality of the food and the ambiance. I definitely recommend this restaurant! For non-Persians, when enjoying the food, try to create the perfect bite. Get a little bit of everything and eat it all at once--roasted tomato, rice, and kabob in one bite! Persian food is all about creating the perfect bite. read more
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Ali S.
Dear Yasmine,…
8 months ago
Date night was fabulous! We've been here several times, it's one of our favorite places. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. read more
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Ali S.
Dear Luisa,…
1 year ago
Husband and I have always wanted to try this place...it was previously closed during the afternoon so we couldn't previously but now their hours have changed and theyre open all day. We ordered to go since we had our dog with us. Got the chicken kabobs and the salmon. Inside was tastefully decorated and they had an outside courtyard that I would have enjoyed dining in on this beautiful but cool day. Salmon was tender and flaky, flavorful. Really enjoyed it...so did doggie. Came with 2 pieces which was worth the price tag. The rice was seasoned with herbs and had lime beans. The chicken kabob pieces were a good size but I thought it was a little bland and dry. The rice that came with the chicken was a lot better than that which came with the salmon though...it had cranberries and turmeric or saffron flavoring, which provided pops of flavor. Would definitely ask next time if can pair the cranberry rice with the salmon next time! Also came with pita and butter that you can season with spices they give you...and a cube of cheese (paneer?). Overall I would try again...decently priced. read more
9 months ago
Absolutely need to come back here!!! Came for lunch and got the lunch special chicken - marinaded in their pomegranate walnut marinade. Omg delightful. The chicken was juicy and tender, and the cranberry rice was divine. Such a yummy meal for $16 what a great price! Will be a repeat pitstop on my next trip to Greenville! read more
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Ali S.
Dear M Y,…
1 year ago
Went to a lovely business dinner here today and loved the atmosphere and service. We all shared a few of the many dips to choose from. Each was good but could have been a little larger for the price. I ordered for my main dish the Barg and Saffron Chicken dish the meat was food but the chicken was a little on the dry side. The rice was a little bland so I added some if the spices which nothing for me. one of the other dinners came and it was a Lamb Shank. The folks loved it and yes it was flavorful but seem to me to be missing something. It was so tender and juicy however I am more used to a Turkish or Lebanese lamb Shank and this one seemed to miss the mark for me but was loved by the one that consumed it. I will be back and try it again another time I am in town. read more
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Ali S.
Dear Joel,…
The beef kabobs with cranberry basmati rice was delicious. The complimentary bread with butter and feta cheese was decent but nothing super special. The inside felt cozy and well-decorated. Overall, I had a good time there. read more
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Ali S.
Dear Travis,…
1 year ago
Tasty flavors! I had the Chicken Kebob and we shared the free starter of naan, feta, radish, fresh mint leaves, and sweet butter. Every table has a small dish of sumac, which I *liberally* sprinkled on everything. The only reason it's not 5 is the chicken was tough. Enthusiastic table service, pleasant ambiance (though the hostess doesn't return smiles or do eye contact). read more
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Ali S.
Dear Suzanne,…
We had a reservation for a party of 2 at 5:30 pm on Friday, 3/21/25. Ben was our waiter and he was wonderful! We were celebrating a birthday and we appreciated how Ben gave us the dessert menu and told us to pick one on the house. Sadly, they didn't have 1001 Nights Chocolate Cake, which we for sure would've gotten. But we still were grateful for the gesture! Here's what we got: - Duo ($9): Hummus and Kashk Bademjan - The hummus was average. The kashk bademjan was very good! The "bread" it came with just didn't taste or feel very fresh. It wasn't warm. It left something to be desired for sure. - Saffron Chicken Kabob ($22): Just didn't have much flavor. The basmati cranberry rice was good though! - Barg Kabob ($26): This was the better of the two entrees. We subbed the original rice for the rice with lentils and golden raisins, which was the move! - Coconut Custard Pie (normally $7, but free because we were celebrating a birthday): Good! Great service. We just weren't blown away by the food. If you're from Atlanta and you've had Rumi's or Delbar, Pomegranate on Main doesn't live up to either of those restaurants. read more
2 months ago
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Ali S.
Dear Jimmy,…
Woah I love this place! What a wonderful restaurant. We ended up getting the family meal I believe it was $40 a person but so worth it! You get to try the majority of their menu with different options including an appetizer and dessert! Service was great they explained the order and how to eat the meal properly! Only thing I would say is when it came to dessert they were out of everything so it was kind of disappointing outside of that it's worth a stop! read more
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Ali S.
Dear Devin,…
5 months ago
One of our favorite "go to" restaurants! I went to lunch with friends. Everyone loved their food choices. Our server was wonderful. They didn't mind that we enjoyed chatting for a bit at our table when we finished eating. read more
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Ali S.
Dear Felicia,…
Popped in for a Friday night dinner with another couple. Started with some appetizers and a beer. Hummus was above average but the break it came with was very sub par. Either old and just not good quality. Lack of draft beer was sad, but not the end of the world. Grabbed the salmon main. Salmon was perfectly cooked and tasty. The accompanying rice was good, not great. Could have been more flavorful. Waitress was pleasant. read more
Came into town to visit friends and they brought us here. What a win! The food was delicious and fresh and the service was better. It was not overly crowded but had a solid amount of tables full. It was not loud but had a nice vibe. The food was cooked perfectly and seasoned well. Our drinks were fantastic! read more
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Ali S.
Dear Janell,…
1 year ago
This place was awesome. We had the tender line towards kebab. We had the tenderloin for Porsche kebab, which was absolutely perfect for perfection and the rice was amazing and my one of my favorite parts was a tomato just excellent and I enjoyed the Persian tea. Be careful how much sugar you put in it might ruin the experience and then I'm waiting here to check out my personal ice cream, traditional salt. I'll let you know how that is. So far, really enjoying our trip to Asheville this is definitely one of the stands out the ambience service the gift that they give you in the beginning. I'll make it an awesome experience person. I dreamed just hit the table so I'll update you in a minute. The ice cream was absolutely awesome. Definitely do not leave here without trying to purchase ice cream read more
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Ali S.
Dear Milton,…
9 months ago
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Dear Caroline,…
5 months ago
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Dear Paul,…
1 year ago
Perfect place for a delicious bite and great ambiance My boyfriend and I stopped in here on our birthday trip since it got such great reviews on Trip Advisor, and I love Persian food. First, their customer service is fantastic! Even though we arrived 10 minutes before they closed for lunch, they still sat us and were extremely friendly and gracious! We sat outside on the courtyard, and it was a very nice calm oasis away from the busy street just outside. One of the things I really appreciated was each item on the menu came with a wine recommendation. My boyfriend got the Persian mule and OMG I am not normally a mixed drink person but that was refreshing, delicious and not too sweet tasting. Definitely get the hummus to start and use all the veggies in their veggie tray with it. We weren't that hungry so shared the chicken kabob plate and everything from the roasted tomatoes to the saffron rice with cranberries was delicious and I kind of wish I had ordered the whole plate for myself since the chicken was so tender and well seasoned without being overly salty. I would definitely recommend this place whether you're enjoying a casual lunch, looking for a nice dinner, or even need something delicious and healthy to go. read more
Walked by this place in the West End several times over and never made our way in. Decided to make reservations with some friends & i'm so glad we did. There are so many things to love about this place. The atmosphere is laid back & the wait staff is extremely knowledgeable to help out if you are unfamiliar with the cuisine (like I was). She walked us through the menu giving in depth explanations to the different items listed on their menu which was super helpful to a first timer. The food was very very delicious. We started with a Persian Breakfast & Hummus. The Persian Breakfast consisted of cheeses, radish & mint leaves - surprisingly refreshing to start the meal. The Mirza Ghasemi & Black Bean Hummus' were also delicious alongside the warm flatbread provided for dipping. Our entrees were the Chicken Torsh Kebab which was marinated to perfection & very tender. This dish was served with cranberry rice (this dish alone would make me return). My better half ordered the Grilled Marinated Lamb Medallions. These were also deeply marinated which made the meat very tender & delicious. This is a great little spot for a double date night to try out some new cuisine or get a great meal if you're already familiar with it! Would recommend to anyone visiting Greenville. read more
3 months ago
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Ali S.
Dear Maral,…
During our visit, we came across Pomegranate in our research and were pleasantly surprised by a growing small town providing an abundance of diverse palettes. Jordan, at the bar, was great to talk to and provided us with local insight. We decided on a bottle of wine and were brought a complimentary plate of crudites. Great way to prepare for our experience, without filling up. Kashk Bademjan was an eclectic choice, beyond hummus and salad, offering a blend of sauteed eggplant and onion, and topped with Persian cream of whey, crispy fried onion and mint. When having a Mediterranean dish, you have to get the lb, right? The lamb, immersed in a rosemary marinade, charbroiled and served with a grilled tomato and basmati rice mixed with lentils and golden raisins. Taste, check! Texture, check! read more
5 months ago
2 years ago
Fabulous dinner and drinks at Pomegranate on Main. Morgan was a top notch server-- giving us all the information we needed to order the perfect items and serving things promptly. Our food was really delicious and seasoned so perfectly. Pomegranate on Main has become one of our favorite restaurants to visit when we are in Greenville. read more
8 months ago
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Dear Marie,…
2 years ago
Service was great! We started with the grilled chicken wings. The flavor was so good. We had the lamb medallions, the beef and shrimp kebabs! Everything was great! Atmosphere was also wonderful! For dessert was a coconut custard pie and chocolate pie. read more
1 year ago
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Ali S.
Dear Linda,…
3 years ago
Such a surprise. We walked into this restaurant after having too long of a wait at another. I just go on yelp and quickly said the closest restaurant to us that had good reviews. I had not idea what type of food. To my surprise, it was Persian/Iranian which I never have had so it took me right out of my comfort zone. However, when I got the food it was SO GOOD. Chicken was cooked perfect. You get a ton of rice, and the charring is great. Make sure to put the special seasoning on the table in your food. You get bread and a salad to put on your bread before the food. That wasn't my thing but the people I ate with liked it. The atmosphere was gentle and the staff was all nice. Definitely worth going ! read more
2 years ago
This was my first time trying persian food and it was DELICIOUS! I brought my parents here and they loved it as well. I had a shrimp dish and it did not disappoint, and the Pomegranate Mint Chocolate Chip ice cream was one of the best things to ever touch my mouth read more
The food was out of this world food! My group of four has been raving about this meal for days!!!! The service was also fantastic. They brought us waters right when we sat down and our drinks stayed filled and our empty plates were quickly cleared the entire time. We all got the house salad as a side and it was terrific. The flavor of citrus and zest was mouth watering. The cranberry rice is to die for!!! I got the chicken tolsha (i think) and OMG i can not stop thinking about it! Everyone in my party LOVED their dishes. We all shared two appetizers. One was an eggplant dip and the other a cucumber cream dip. The eggplant dip was to die for and I need the recipe ASAP! We all shared the house ice cream as a dessert and it was so good and the perfect treat to end the meal on. I can not wait to go back to try a cocktail next time as I have high hopes since the food was so good. read more
1 year ago
Why haven't I gone sooner? Gluten free Amazing delectable dishes that satisfy the appetite...My new favorite restaurant!! read more
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Do you serve halal meat?
Can you please tell me the name of the dark red spice that you sprinkle on your complimentary appetizer of the warm bread, radishes, butter and cheese? I'm headed to the UK this week and would like to try to make this delicious dish for my daughter.
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Would this place be good for a large group?
Moderate size groups up to thirty could be accomodated....they have several rooms which could be segregated..however,advance planning is recommended..they have always been busy when we went
Would this be a good place for a lunch meeting with someone where you can hear the other person talk and have room for a laptop on the table?
Yes, you can hear, as there is no loud music. However it would not be appropriate to bring a laptop to the table in my opinion.
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